Terence Newman is expected to open training camp as the Vikings' first-team left cornerback.

The Vikings reportedly don't want to rush rookie Trae Waynes, and still have concerns with 2012 third-rounder Josh Robinson. Newman has five-plus years in Mike Zimmer’s scheme and will open camp as the starter opposite Xavier Rhodes. Captain Munnerlyn is the favorite for slot duties. Zimmer showed a willingness to slow-play rookies in Cincinnati, so we wouldn't rule out the possibility Newman starts Week 1 ahead of No. 11 overall pick Waynes. Jun 20 - 6:17 PM

ESPN Vikings reporter Ben Goessling believes Terence Newman will be given "every chance" to be the starting left cornerback.

Even though he is heading into his age-37 season, Newman has the edge on Captain Munnerlyn and Josh Robinson for the starting job opposite Xavier Rhodes thanks to his experience in coach Mike Zimmer's system. Zimmer and Newman were together in Dallas and Cincinnati, and Newman had successful runs under Zimmer in both stops. Newman will be a big part of the Vikings' secondary in 2015. Apr 4 - 12:13 PM

Vikings signed CB Terence Newman, formerly of the Bengals, to a one-year, $2.5 million deal.

Coming off a solid three-year stint with the Bengals, Newman is reuniting with coach Mike Zimmer, whom he played for in both Dallas and Cincy. The No. 5 overall pick of the 2003 draft, Newman has remained durable and effective, but his play did slip a little in 2014. He also missed three games with a knee issue, and briefly considered retirement. He'll likely enter the season as an outside starter opposite Xavier Rhodes, but might be best limited to the 400-500 snap range. The Vikings remain likely to address cornerback in the draft. Mar 26 - 7:23 PM